What's Up, Doc? Questions to Ask Your Doctor Before Surgery for Sleep Apnea...Are you considering surgery to correct your sleep apnea? I once had to consider the risks and rewards of my surgery. When I was about 16, I was ordered a...reactionscomments
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!...The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be physically and mentally exhausting. What types of media...reactionscomments
chapped skin and lips from CPAP...Ever since I started using my CPAP machine I've been experiencing chapped skin next to my nose and also really bad chapped lips. I've been using medicated Chap Stick on...reactions1replySide EffectsTips & AdviceNewly Diagnosed
Non-Responsive Durable Medical Equipment Supplier...I wrote an article a while back, The Joys of a Good Durable Medical Equipment Supplier. As consumers of any service in the health field, I think we give these...reactionscomments
Using DME Providers for CPAP Supplies...What has been your experience dealing with durable medical equipment (DME) providers? Has your experience been positive or do you find that you are often given the run-around? Share below!...reactions1replyInsurance & DisabilityCPAP
My AirFit F30i Full Face Mask Review...Finding a CPAP mask that fits the best is so hard, and what works for one person doesn’t always work for the next. When looking at masks, the biggest issue...reactionscomments
Medicare issue paying for BIPAP vs ASV...My doctor diagnosed me with Central Sleep Apnea and recommended an ASV machine. Currently using a Phillips BIPAP ST. Upon ordering a ResMed Aircurve 10 ASV, I was informed that...reactions3repliesCostCentral Sleep Apnea
Is Sleep Apnea Genetic?...Plenty has been written about the causes of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). For example, it’s caused by: And the list goes on and on. Drinking, smoking, and certain medications may...reactions1comment
CPAP Therapy and My Experiences the First Few Days...So, you have a new CPAP machine and mask, lucky you. Welcome to the club. You're probably feeling uneasy right about now, like I was when I got my diagnosis...reactions1comment
Cpap ...I have been on a cpap machine going on 7 years now. And to be honest I totally hate it. To me a sleep better without it....reactions2replies
The Ups and Downs of Using CPAP Therapy: 2nd Sleep Disorders In America Survey Results...Getting a sleep apnea diagnosis can mean finally getting answers to questions like why do I wake up feeling tired? Why am I sleepy during the day? Is my snoring...reactionscomments
Tips for a Less Stressful Sleep Apnea Surgery...Surgery is scary. There are so many different factors that can determine the outcome. So what can we do to feel more in control and help the process run a...reactions2comments
Neck soreness...I am now getting neck and shoulders soreness with my cpap strap. I’ve tried different head harness but no change. Anyone have this problem and have any suggestions...reactions1replySide Effects
Trouble with mask...I got a new mask where there’s two holes that go up under your nose. But it seems like during night if I toss and turn, it shifts. I’m barley...reactions7replies
Raising Awareness: My Relationship With Sleep...A healthy relationship with sleep is important to our health and overall well-being. But what happens when that relationship is fractured? This week, we will be raising awareness about sleep...reactionscomments
How would you describe your relationship with sleep?...Is your relationship with sleep good, complicated, or non-existent? What have you tried to improve your relationship with sleep? Do you have any tips that you would like to share?...reactions4repliesTips & Advice
Forgot I Had Sleep Apnea...Hello all, I was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea in 2017 or 2018. CPAP wasn't really working for me, so I returned the machine. Then I find out I additionally...reactions1replyCoping
Sleep Awareness Week®: Ways to Raise Awareness About Your Sleep Disorder...March 12 through 18 is both the week following the time change (boo!) and National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Awareness Week® (yay!). As you likely know, many people don’t know much...reactionscomments
new machine...Anyone having issues with getting a new machine? I am currently on a 2-3 month waiting list....reactions17repliesCPAP
cpap cleaning...I have been using one of those ozone devices to sanitize my machine about once a week. My Dr. told me to be careful because it could void the warranty...reactions2repliesCPAP Cleaning
